Smooth Jazz Cruise 26.3: Full Schedule

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9:30am PDT

"It's All About the Coffee" with Saxophonist & Coffee Aficionado Marcus Anderson hosted by Gene Dobbs Bradford

Monday September 14, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am PDT

Speakers

Saxophonist Marcus Anderson, a two-time GRAMMY® and Stellar Award nominee, has 16 studio albums and five Billboard Number #1s. Fusing jazz with R&B, pop, and soul, he's charted top spots on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and SiriusXM's Watercolors. He's collaborated/toured with Prince, Stevie Wonder and CeeLo Green, among others. Known for high-energy shows, Anderson has performed for notable figures at the White House and has been a staple at major festivals for years. He's ventured into the coffee business serving his brand... Read More →

Monday September 14, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
Rendezvous Lounge, 4

LEARN

11:00am PDT

Bubbly Bingo! (Card Sales Begin at 10:30 AM)

Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Rendezvous Lounge, 4

Monday September 14, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Rendezvous Lounge, 4

ENJOY

2:00pm PDT

Bubbly Bingo! (Card Sales Begin at 1:30 PM)

Monday September 14, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Rendezvous Lounge, 4

Monday September 14, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Rendezvous Lounge, 4

ENJOY

4:00pm PDT

"Opening Act" Round One hosted by SiriusXM Watercolors’ Talaya & Gerey Johnson

Monday September 14, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Rendezvous Lounge, 4

Artists

Collin Clauson

Collin Clauson started playing piano at an early age and later learned how to play the clarinet, saxophone and guitar. Collin is an in-demand piano player who regularly works both in the Chicago area and all over the country. Collin has previously performed on The Smooth Jazz Cru... Read More →

Gerey Johnson

Currently the touring guitarist with smooth jazz elites Richard Elliot, Rick Braun, Boney James and Euge Groove, and performing as a solo artist, Gerey Johnson has been on the contemporary jazz scene for years as a musician, songwriter, producer and record company executive. Alon... Read More →

Lamar Jones

Lamar Jones was born to be a musician. A native of Chicago and coming from a musical family, he is a versatile bassist who has performed with a variety of musical groups during his 25 year career. Being a well-rounded musician, Lamar has played various genres spanning from smooth jazz, rock, gos... Read More →

Omari Williams

Omari Williams began playing the drums at a young age, like many musicians, in the church, then the jazz band, marching band and was performing professionally by age 17.Boney James is his main gig, but Omari has also played with Ruben Studdard, Rick Braun, Jonathan Butler and and the finest musicians... Read More →

Talaya

Musicians, guests and our staff all agree: The Smooth Jazz Cruise Event Host must be Talaya. For more than four decades, Talaya has shared her love of music on the radio and can currently be heard on SiriusXM Watercolors. With various achievements and awards, Talaya’s love of jazz has been a driving force in her career. Her greatest moments have included interviewing... Read More →

Monday September 14, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Rendezvous Lounge, 4

ENJOY

7:30pm PDT

Mario's Ladies Line Dancing & Cocktails

Monday September 14, 2026 7:30pm - 8:15pm PDT

Rendezvous Lounge, 4

Artists

DJ Rio

DJ Rio was an original member of The DC DJs, DJ Rio is now the owner of DC Rhythm. With over a decade of experience and an ardent passion for music, Rio has distinguished himself as one of the premier mobile DJs in the DMV area. His dynamic performances have captivated audiences at... Read More →